Homicide investigation launched after 34-year-old shot and killed in D.C. double shooting

Leo Canega

WASHINGTON, D.C – Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred on Wednesday, in the 3000 block of 30th Street, Southeast.

At approximately 11:44 am, Seventh District officers responded to reports of a shooting at the location. Upon arrival, officers discovered two adult male victims inside a residence. DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services were called to the scene.

One victim, identified as 34-year-old Antonio Burnette of Southeast, DC, was pronounced dead at the scene, while the second victim was transported to an area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

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The Metropolitan Police Department is offering a reward of up to $25,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the homicide. Anyone with information about this case is urged to call the police at 202-727-9099 or submit anonymous tips by texting 50411.


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